The 1/2 oz American Eagle Gold Coin (Common Date) is a fractional sized version of the renown Gold Eagle design produced by the U.S. Mint. It is 91.67% pure (22 karat) with a face value of $25 backed by the US Government. Gold American Eagles are a part of every serious gold investors position, and this 1/2 oz size is popular for investors looking to balance their 1 oz collections with coins of smaller denominations.
What does Common Date mean? These 1/2 oz American Gold Eagles are circulated coins (i.e. pre-owned). The years will vary and may be mixed or all the same. These affordable coins may have signs of wear but the value of their gold content is not diminished.